At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide compassionate care and support to older adults in their homes.
- Company: Join a caring team at Home Instead Oldham & Saddleworth.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, enhanced pay, free training, and 24/7 support.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic role with opportunities for personal growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: No experience needed; just a caring attitude and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
- About This Role
- Care Professional – Live-In & Overnight Care
Location
Oldham, Saddleworth, Shaw, Royton, Chadderton, Lees, Uppermill, Mossley & Stalybridge
Job Type
- Flexible
- Join Our Live-In & Overnight Care Team
Home Instead Oldham & Saddleworth is expanding its Live‑In Care team and is looking for caring, compassionate Care Professionals to provide high‑quality Live‑In Care, Sleeping Night Support and Waking Night Support to older adults living in their own homes.
This role offers a unique opportunity to provide truly person‑centred care.
Unlike traditional domiciliary care, you will have the time to build meaningful relationships with clients, provide one‑to‑one support, and make a genuine difference to someone's quality of life.
We are looking for individuals who are flexible and willing to undertake a mixture of Live‑In Care, Sleeping Nights and Waking Nights depending on client requirements.
Previous care experience is welcomed but not essential as full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Benefits
- Flexible working opportunities
- Enhanced Bank Holiday Pay Rates
- Blue Light Discount Card
- Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 Bonus)
- Free DBS Check
- Fully Paid Training
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 Support)
- Regular Supervisions and Support
- Dedicated Local Office Team
- 24‑Hour On‑Call Support
- Care Professional Responsibilities
Being a Care Professional means putting others first.
We are looking for kind, reliable individuals who are passionate about helping older adults remain safe, comfortable and independent within their own homes.
Responsibilities may include
- Providing companionship and emotional support
- Assisting with personal care
- Supporting clients with mobility
- Medication support and reminders
- Preparing meals and drinks
- Light housekeeping and household tasks
- Supporting clients with hobbies and activities
- Shopping and collecting prescriptions
- Providing reassurance and support overnight
- Monitoring wellbeing and responding appropriately to concerns
- Supporting clients living with dementia and other health conditions
No two clients are the same and support will always be tailored to the individual's needs and preferences.
About Live‑In & Overnight Care
This role requires flexibility across all specialist services.
Live‑In Care
As a Live‑In Care Professional, you will stay in the client's home and provide personalised support throughout the day.
You will have your own private bedroom and scheduled downtime during the day while remaining available to support the client when required.
Sleeping Nights
During a Sleeping Night assignment, you will sleep in the client's home and be available should assistance be required during the night.
Waking Nights
During a Waking Night assignment, you will remain awake throughout the shift, providing ongoing monitoring, support and reassurance where needed.
Qualifications
- Right to work in the UK
- Good communication skills
- Willingness to provide personal care
- Willingness to undertake Live‑In Care, Sleeping Nights and Waking Nights
- Availability to work alternate weekends
- A caring, compassionate and professional approach
- Additional Advantages
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Access to a reliable vehicle
- Previous experience within care
- Experience working independently
- Experience of overnight or live‑in care
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Live-In & Night Care Assistant in Shaw employer: Home Instead Limited
Home Instead is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing a supportive and nurturing environment for Care Assistants in the Oldham area. With flexible full-time and part-time contracts, enhanced pay rates, and comprehensive training opportunities, we prioritise employee growth and well-being. Our culture fosters compassion and teamwork, ensuring that every team member feels valued while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we care for.
